Beautiful soap again! As far as generating more income, don't apologize for having to cover your time & costs. I can only speak for myself here, but I'm confident that you're fair, ethical (& very accurate 😁). And you're WORTH it! ❤🧼😁
Liked your comment and request to support the RUclipsrs - in general, not just you. Felt wholesome, generous and kind. Authentic. So I did all of what you asked, for it felt good. Good job!
This is the most satisfying soap I've ever seen. Like I just want to look at that soap all day. It looks like a painting of waves on the ocean. Its brought me peace during a rough time.
💦Find this recipe here💦 www.treemariesoapworks.com/product/recipe-tidal-flow-line-pour-cold-process-soap-technique-video-23-pdf-file-15/ Make sure you understand LYE SAFETY before making soap. ruclips.net/video/yR6ttCSrLJI/видео.html
Lovely soap! But then all your soaps are stunning! Getting back to making again after a 10 yr hiatus. My things have changed! Your tutorials are excellent! I don't really need recipes, I'm more interested in techniques and tips. ie: had no idea you could soap at less than 100 degrees. lol I would be happy to support you in some manner. I would love to see (and pay for) in depth information on soaping tips and tricks.
I tried this technique today, with a different color set and no fragrance. Without your inspiration, I would never have thought to do this. Thank you so much for sharing your work!
Oh, Marie, you have been so generous with your knowledge and videos. Your videos are so soothing to watch and I really enjoy your voice overs. Thank you, too, for the insight on how to help your earn more revenue. I will most certainly move forward in this area!
Beautiful and I love your idea of selling your recipes. I know how much work goes into just formulating the perfect soap recipe not to mention your videos Beautiful soap by the way. Love it. ❤
Thank you so much for these videos. I have gotten so many great tips from you, and they're so pleasant to watch! Youre my favorite youtube soaper. Thanks for letting us know that watching the videos helps you, I didn't realize it mattered.
Aww...I am flattered! Yes, watch time is one of the ways that helps the algorithm recommend the video, so watching the video to the end really helps. Thank you so much, Victoria! 😘💕
Thanks Teri! I love watching your videos, they are informative and very therapeutic 😊 I will definitely support you by purchasing your recipes. Thanks again.
I’m so happy I came across this particular video. I will definitely support all the way. I’m a big admired of your work. Thank you for making me fall in love with soap making.
I think you should do whatever you can to get money! I really wish I knew anything about this because I would love to make soap like you! Your soaps are some of my favorite! Merry Christmas!
You could also do a patreon page? Would allow for special soaps or recipe releases etc. I love the idea of a non membership option but patreon is a great option too because you can stop it at any time xo
I love your videos! Thank you for all of the amazing guidance and details you give. I watched until the end and I will definitely support in all the ways I can!
Hi Terry, I thought that sugar accelerated trace. How does it keep your batter fluid when using a fragrance oil that accelerates? I'm really intrigued. I struggle with fragrance oils that accelerate and I have read that adding sugar can also increase lather which is always a good thing. I really love your videos.
You have to dissolve it completely in the distilled water before you add the lye. It doesn't work for every accelerating fragrance, but I have found it definitely works for some.
Interesting! I thought anything with sugar sped up trace as it increases heat? And I LOVE that pouring down the stick trick! I need to try that as I hate it when it goes down the bottle!
Hi there Teri, I watch all your videos! and watch on fb and I am dying to get that wire soap cutter you have but where do you get it? I tried the link and it doesn’t work, been looking all over for that exact one it’s perfect for what I need. thank you 😊
I have learned some valuable tips from you. I'm interested in a per-item purchase like you described. I like the idea much better than Patreon, although I would probably subscribe to your Patreon. Your tips and recipes are very reasonable to implement and don't include ingredients or techniques that kill my bottom line.
Thank you, Cam! I am so glad you are learning! I am still not sure what I am going to do, but I am working on recipes first. It will be gradual. Stay tuned. 💝
@@TreeMarieSoapworks oooooh, I googled! There are so many. I can't believe you're the only one I've seen using these! Genius! Can't say how many times I've had little "pieces" in my bars after cutting. I literally stare at it lamenting over the fact that there's nothing to clean it off. I've tried other things and it gouged the bars. Can't thank you enough!
No, I use less water, and that helps with that the heat. I learned the sugar trick from the soap challenge. The sugar has to be completely dissolved in the water before the lye is added. I know it helps because I use it with my Kentish Rain FO, and I forgot it one time, and there was a definite difference. 💕
That is beautiful! I think selling your recipes is a good idea. Being generous is great but not when time, effort, and instruction far outweigh revenue on the business end. I like this idea because I am a victim of an up front yearly subscription to which I am very disappointed. I paid then went to the website only to find many errors. There were recipes with no instructions, descriptions of products w/o a recipe, and the most frustrating was pics of great products and a message saying 'recipe coming soon.' Coming soon? I've already paid for full access and 90% of the content is not there. I spelled this out because I want people to know what my experience was in detail. Also this experience is why I think charging a small fee for recipes with full step by step instructions is a better way to go. People can pick and choose exactly what they want. OK, I'll climb off my soap box now! Lol Again beautiful soap. I love all your creations and look forward to purchasing recipes from you. THANKS!
Thank you for explaining, Gwen. That is precisely what I would be afraid of. I don't have time for any extras to offer to members. I don't want to disappoint anyone or put more stress on myself. I am thinking of charging $5. I hope that is doable for people, again it is time-consuming, so I think it is fair.
Thank you...I didn't know if I should, but making $20 a day isn't worth it, so something has to change. This is my dream, so I want to make it work. Stay tuned for the recipes. I am working on that, but it will be slow going too. 💕✨
I personally appreciate your transparency. At the end of the day as nice as it may be to produce these videos for others to enjoy you have to make a living. I think some people expect everything for free but as a small artisan business owner you wouldn’t survive let alone thrive. I’d be happy to purchase some recipes.
Thank you, Aimee! I appreciate that. It's hard to mention, but I need to change something to make this work. I will work on the recipes. Please stay tuned! 😊💕
Checking in from 2023 here to say thank you for this! I've been struggling with layering effects because my trace is always too thick by the time I pour into mold. Layering it in the measuring cup is something I hadn't considered. I've learned a lot from your channel and just wanted to say thank you! Your work on these videos and openness to sharing are much appreciated!
Just getting started in soap making. Big fan of George's & of Elli's. Your video came up on my youtube algorithm. I cant believe how nice these bars came out! How in the world did you ever figure out how to get that pattern??? It looks exactly like ocean waves & the premixing of the colors makes great sense for a number of reasons. Definitely incorporating this technique in my notes. Thank you very much, well done!
I love the effect of this! soo pretty and such a simple change to a regular in-the-pot swirl to produce a very delicate effect. As for the revenue issue, I don't see a problem with selling your recipes, if that is what you want to do. But I wonder if you have you considered perhaps using Patreon? I know that not everyone can afford it (I tend to swap my memberships around to at least give a little to the different people when I only have a limited budget to spare) but it might be another option (and its a little better than the RUclips membership because Patreon takes a far lower cut than RUclips, who takes around 30% from subs to their membership program). There are a number of options there that you could offer too - including your soap recipes, maybe being able to see your videos a day earlier than everyone else, Q and A sessions/videos, extra tutorials (either just for Patrons or again, simply earlier than others), being able to vote on new video ideas or make suggestions etc. Some people also add the names of their patrons (either all of them, or just the higher tiers, to the end of their videos as a thank you, and others set up a monthly chat (either on Discord or Google Hangouts or Skype, whatever is your chat program of choice). It is an extra thing to do, but I know I'd be happy to spend a few bucks a month just to see the videos earlier and be able to help pick a video topic or have access to a list of recipes or hints and tips etc. And obviously, you could set up different tiers with different bonuses - maybe for 1 dollar a month, it's just early access to your regular videos and a basic soap recipe, $2 gets you early access and votes for new videos, while say $5 a month gets you the other stuff plus extra recipes, behind the scene videos, or whatnot. And some of my Patreons don't even do a flat fee per month, they base it on the number of videos produced a month - so if you have to slow down one month for whatever reason, then they won't feel put out about paying the full cost (though generally speaking, most Patrons I've seen have been more than understanding about real life interfering too). And it's also entirely up to you how much or little you offer - some people only offer early access or credits on the videos. Anyway, if that's something that you'd be interested in doing, I know I would be more than happy to be your first patron - another thing that people can do for free, as well, is to click on a link to another of your videos after finishing the new one. That also helps to increase the chance of your videos ending up being recommended too. I'm going off to watch your confetti video now, for just that reason.
I would subscribe too. And because you are so knowledgable I would love to learn more tips on things like color mixing and scents, getting smooth bars, how to fix problems or really just anything. You're an excellent teacher. With very clear explanations and instructions.
@JustAnotherBuckyLover These are great ideas! Thank you for your support! I love your comments, and I look forward to hearing from you each week. What I worry about with Patreon is that I won't be able to offer anything extra. I am pretty much at my limit as far as what I can do. That's why I thought a recipe would be good, instead of a membership. I didn't think about the soap makers who sell their soap in the UK. They can just change their recipes because of the expensive approval process. That wouldn't work for them. I'm still thinking, but I am working on getting some recipes ready. I didn't know that clicking on another of my videos also helps the algorithm. Thank you for that! I appreciate you! 😊💕
i admire your meticulous workflow and analytical mind so much!! i dont even make soap, but watch these videos for fun. yours stand out so much because its not just a beautiful soap bar (which it is btw, gorgeous!), its a mini life lesson! its super inspiring to see your entire process and your learning. keep up the good work!
Follow your passion and the money will come. you're my go-to video girl. You have blessed me in so many ways. I even joined your Facebook group.. It just takes time... If the only reason for being on RUclips is to make money than you WILL fail.. SO PURSUE YOUR HAPPINESS AND THE MONEY WILL COME..
Amazing video Teri, thank you for these great tutorials. I will definitely support you and will buy your recipes. Thank you as well for the tips on how to help youtubers, will do 👍
Beautiful! I love how you explain why you add certain ingredients and why you work with certain tools or in certain ways. I mixed the lye solution for my first soap in a pot that I placed in a bowl filled with ice cubes, and the sodium hydroxide had a hard time dissolving. The second time I made soap, I mixed without the ice bath, and so it dissolved easily and reached 60°C (possibly higher). Then I moved it into an ice bath till it was around 35°C and continued to the next step. That's it, I've only made two soap batches to date 😊 it was good that I first measured the oil and only then prepared the lye solution as a beginner, to feel more in control - when there's lye solution I am more alert and kind of anxious. Anyhow enough of my rambling! I appreciate your videos and you explanations, and your work is beautiful ♥
I'm loving these videos. One of my 2020 goals is to actually start soaping, and the detail you give us in these videos is so helpful!! Thank you!! I can't say that I will ever be this detail-oriented and precise, but it is so helpful when it comes to learning the reasons behind every aspect of soaping.
absolutely understand. I am 70 Making a profit soaping is a challenge. Even with your awesome following. I do understand the time your quality videos take to make; I appreciate your expertise and hope you can continue to offer your video's you make such a valuable contribution.
I like this a lot! This is very pretty! You’re a great artist, your recipes and techniques are awesome, the colors you use are very beautiful.. and it’s amazing how you keep your work table neat. 🤗 Thanks for sharing what you do.
Hello Teri, I binge watched all of your videos! 😆 I am a fan!! I too have a art background and love your design and color choices for soap. Your use of the palette knife made me smile. Your soap inspires me and I am so glad you are so generous to put these videos out there. It would be awesome to be able to purchase recipes with these videos and help you feel like you can continue keeping these videos coming. I would totally support you and hope you decide to do that. Some of the topics I would like to see: 1) pine tar soap with a design. 2) goat milk soap. 3). Use of natural colors such as Alkanet root, Madder root, turmeric etc... (I am not sure if you use those types of colorants.) I look forward to your videos!
I just watched this video again after having made my first two-color soap. There's so much useful info that you explain that can get lost when you're a beginner and watch it one time. Like what you explained about powdered sugar, water discounting and oven processing, blending pigments, etc. Thank you for sharing this information so clearly. There's definitely a wealth of info in each of your videos. Worth watching more than once and taking notes, and watching again after getting more hands on experience.
Thank you for sharing your techniques and tips! I absolutely love your videos!! Also, thank you for sharing how we can show our support (so you can make $). I wasn’t aware that skipping ads and not commenting would negatively impact your ability to commercialize your videos. I’ll no longer skip your ads and will try to comment on most videos. Hoping I can play a small part in you getting the credit you deserve! Feedback to your plan to sell your recipes: in all honesty, I rarely look at the comments/recipes to your videos, as I generally watch for your techniques and tips. I assume that my own recipes will work (and verbally they have). Perhaps I am the minority, though. Thank you again! I have learned so much from you and hope that you can continue this season fantastic videos.
I think it’s a great idea to sell your recipes individually. That way people could buy one here or there that appeals to them. I have a RUclips channel too- and practically gave up doing it regularly as i made $100 one time. And hour and hours of work. And that was before they made it harder to earn an income! You do such a great job soaping, and the videography. And you have a sweet relaxing voice. Do it!!!!
What oil are you using to mix your mica powder colorants in? (Newbie to soap making and have a pretty big shopping cart from the same company waiting to hit send on.) Also, where do you get your Titanium Dioxide colorant? I have looked many places but after buying "oof" oils for my first two batches, I'm paranoid about shopping for soap supplies. I just want to make soap for my family. :)
This is a great video, my first from your channel and I did subscribe. Getting close to retirement age and have been looking at woodwork, epoxy, and other things. Well, soapmaking I also find interesting as does my wife and we both enjoy essential oils sooo these things fall in line with each other to a degree --- thank you for this well-made video. I will be checking out your website and if I do any soapmaking will also just select some of your recipes.
I love watching your videos.
Beautiful soap again! As far as generating more income, don't apologize for having to cover your time & costs. I can only speak for myself here, but I'm confident that you're fair, ethical (& very accurate 😁). And you're WORTH it! ❤🧼😁
I appreciate that so much! 😊
Liked your comment and request to support the RUclipsrs - in general, not just you. Felt wholesome, generous and kind. Authentic. So I did all of what you asked, for it felt good. Good job!
Thank you, it's appreciated!
I really appreciate your efforts and creativity. Wonderful video, thank you
Amzing
This the first time I know this information about adding suger
thank you for your wisdom and honesty - looking forward to supporting you - Semper Fi
This is the most satisfying soap I've ever seen. Like I just want to look at that soap all day. It looks like a painting of waves on the ocean. Its brought me peace during a rough time.
Aww...thank you! 🤗💕
I also think of waves of the ocean, where I grew up on the beach practically.
💦Find this recipe here💦 www.treemariesoapworks.com/product/recipe-tidal-flow-line-pour-cold-process-soap-technique-video-23-pdf-file-15/
Make sure you understand LYE SAFETY before making soap. ruclips.net/video/yR6ttCSrLJI/видео.html
I love your videos. Go ahead and do what you need to help you make more of them, please.
Thank you! 😊💕
Your colour combination reminds me of the sea that I miss so much!
Beautifuul soap. I will try it once I am more confident.
Thanks for this video!
You can do it!
I think it is totally fair to ask people to buy your recipes. I’ll definitely be buying them! Thank you!
I appreciate that, stay tuned! 💝
Terry I think it's an excellent idea!!! 💥👊🤗
Perfect! Thank you! 💕
Gorgeous soap, as always!🥰
An absolute delight as always.
I am so glad! Thank you, Erin! 💦💜💕
Bonjour Marie de france, Trés belle démonstration .Merci. Hello Marie de France, Very nice demonstration. Thank you
Hello in France! Thank you! 😘💕
Lovely soap! But then all your soaps are stunning! Getting back to making again after a 10 yr hiatus. My things have changed! Your tutorials are excellent! I don't really need recipes, I'm more interested in techniques and tips. ie: had no idea you could soap at less than 100 degrees. lol I would be happy to support you in some manner. I would love to see (and pay for) in depth information on soaping tips and tricks.
Thank you, Kimberly! Let me know if you have topics in mind! 👍😊
I tried this technique today, with a different color set and no fragrance. Without your inspiration, I would never have thought to do this. Thank you so much for sharing your work!
That's good to know. How did it come out? 💗
Beautiful job all the way
Beautiful soap
Thanks so much, Vivian! 💦
Thank you for letting us know how to support y’all! I appreciate the hard work and dedication so I like know these things!
Thank you, Brittney! I really appreciate your support! 💝
Love your soap designs!
Thank you so much, Carla!
Oh, Marie, you have been so generous with your knowledge and videos. Your videos are so soothing to watch and I really enjoy your voice overs. Thank you, too, for the insight on how to help your earn more revenue. I will most certainly move forward in this area!
I appreciate that, Gwen! 💕✨
I just realized how much like Dixie cups this design is! So beautiful I love it..
Thank you! 😊
Beautiful soap! i'll have to try this technique
Thank you! You should give it a try! 💕
Awesome soap, as always. 😊
Thanks so much, Beck! 💜💦
Anyone else marvel at how Teri can bevel her soaps so perfectly? :) I cannot use a peeler without totally wrecking my soap.
Great job, thank you very much!
Love this soap design, beautiful color palette!
Thanks so much, Rona! 💦💜💦
Wonderful idea
Thank you for your feedback! I will be working on getting those up soon! 😊
Gorgeous!!! 👏👏👏
Thanks so much! 💛❣✨
So beautiful! 💗
Thank you!
Beautiful!
Thank you! 😊
Brilliant! You are so thorough, thank you. 💐💛💐
Aww...thank you, I appreciate that! 💛💝💛
Beautiful and I love your idea of selling your recipes. I know how much work goes into just formulating the perfect soap recipe not to mention your videos
Beautiful soap by the way. Love it. ❤
I appreciate that, Cori! I hope to post some recipes soon! 💜💦
I have enjoyed this video very much. Will definitely pay for the recipes. Great job!
This is a beautiful soap, I love your work. I belong to your soap Facebook group and have learned so much as I'm in the beginning of my soap journey
I am so glad Tanya! I am glad you're here! 💕😊
Love it
I loooooooove how smooth your bars are!
Thank you so much for these videos. I have gotten so many great tips from you, and they're so pleasant to watch! Youre my favorite youtube soaper. Thanks for letting us know that watching the videos helps you, I didn't realize it mattered.
Aww...I am flattered! Yes, watch time is one of the ways that helps the algorithm recommend the video, so watching the video to the end really helps. Thank you so much, Victoria! 😘💕
WOWW This Soap is SO GORGEOUS!! THANKS FOR SHARING THIS GREAT INSTRUCTION!!
MERRY CHRISTMAS🎄☃️
Thanks so much! I appreciate it! Have a merry Christmas too, Birdena! 🎄🕯💝
terry i love u thanks for these videos
My pleasure!
Love your videos!!
Love your videos. This is gorgeous. Thanks for all the time you spend educating and sharing
Impresionante!!!!!!
Thanks so much! 💜💦
Thanks Teri! I love watching your videos, they are informative and very therapeutic 😊 I will definitely support you by purchasing your recipes. Thanks again.
Thank you so much, I appreciate it. I hope to post some soon. 💜💕
I’m so happy I came across this particular video. I will definitely support all the way.
I’m a big admired of your work. Thank you for making me fall in love with soap making.
Love your videos. Probably the only way I'll learn !
Thank you; I am so glad you are learning! 💕
Beautiful! Love the colors!
Thank you, Irene! They are so pretty! 💜💦💙
Love your videoes!
Thanks so much! 😊
I love your videos! They are so inspiring. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise with us.
I think you should do whatever you can to get money! I really wish I knew anything about this because I would love to make soap like you! Your soaps are some of my favorite!
Merry Christmas!
Thank you, Michael! You can learn! Be careful, it's addicting. Merry Christmas to you as well! 🎄💕
Thank you for all your hard work! The soap is beautiful, I can't wait to try this technique :)
You're welcome! Have fun with it! 🌊💜💦
Bought your recipe!
Beautiful soap!🌊
Thanks so much! 😊
love ur videooosss
Thank you!!!
You could also do a patreon
page? Would allow for special soaps or recipe releases etc. I love the idea of a non membership option but patreon is a great option too because you can stop it at any time xo
Great idea!
Love your work ,, keep on going
Thank you! 💜💦
I love your videos! Thank you for all of the amazing guidance and details you give. I watched until the end and I will definitely support in all the ways I can!
I appreciate that so much, Kristen! Thank you! 😊💦
I love this one! It’s so beautiful- I’m definitely gonna make it!
Perfect! Best of luck to you! 💝
Perfect 👏👏👏👏👏
Thank you, Eda! 💖✨
Hi Terry, I thought that sugar accelerated trace. How does it keep your batter fluid when using a fragrance oil that accelerates? I'm really intrigued. I struggle with fragrance oils that accelerate and I have read that adding sugar can also increase lather which is always a good thing. I really love your videos.
You have to dissolve it completely in the distilled water before you add the lye. It doesn't work for every accelerating fragrance, but I have found it definitely works for some.
@@TreeMarieSoapworks Thank you!
Commenting helps? I'll try to comment more.
I like your solution
Yep, it helps the algorithm recommend it. Thank you! 👍😊
Can I ask how you know how much water is in the ice cubes? Do you weight them to know how much to use?
Interesting! I thought anything with sugar sped up trace as it increases heat?
And I LOVE that pouring down the stick trick! I need to try that as I hate it when it goes down the bottle!
Hi there Teri, I watch all your videos! and watch on fb and I am dying to get that wire soap cutter you have but where do you get it? I tried the link and it doesn’t work, been looking all over for that exact one it’s perfect for what I need. thank you 😊
Hi Terry, can you tell me why you strain the lye water when adding to your base oils. I'm very new to soap making and I haven't seen this done before.
Have you printed out your Handmade Making Soaps Book ? I would love to purchase them
Are soap bars containing mica, or clay, or oxide safe to use on face? or just body and hands? thank you
I would only use clay on my face. Clay is often used for oily skin. The rest I would only used for body soap.
@@TreeMarieSoapworks thank you very much
What to do if my oven doesn't have an option to leave the light on?
Subbed, and let the mayhem begin! (There will be some spectacular mess-ups when I get going :)) )
Lol, you will love it, Stan! 😊
I have learned some valuable tips from you. I'm interested in a per-item purchase like you described. I like the idea much better than Patreon, although I would probably subscribe to your Patreon. Your tips and recipes are very reasonable to implement and don't include ingredients or techniques that kill my bottom line.
Thank you, Cam! I am so glad you are learning! I am still not sure what I am going to do, but I am working on recipes first. It will be gradual. Stay tuned. 💝
What is that little artist tool called that looks like a little paddle? It looks extremely useful.
It's a palette knife or painting knife. It is very useful, thinner and more flexible are better.🎨💕
@@TreeMarieSoapworks oooooh, I googled! There are so many. I can't believe you're the only one I've seen using these! Genius! Can't say how many times I've had little "pieces" in my bars after cutting. I literally stare at it lamenting over the fact that there's nothing to clean it off. I've tried other things and it gouged the bars. Can't thank you enough!
Sometimes I also use a paintbrush to get those pieces off rather than smearing them onto the bar.
@@TreeMarieSoapworks I didn't realize that would work either.
Hey Teri, as you use powdered sugar in your lye water, doesn't it heat up your batter?? Is it not required to refrigerate it??
No, I use less water, and that helps with that the heat. I learned the sugar trick from the soap challenge. The sugar has to be completely dissolved in the water before the lye is added. I know it helps because I use it with my Kentish Rain FO, and I forgot it one time, and there was a definite difference. 💕
@@TreeMarieSoapworks Thanks for sharing.
That is beautiful! I think selling your recipes is a good idea. Being generous is great but not when time, effort, and instruction far outweigh revenue on the business end. I like this idea because I am a victim of an up front yearly subscription to which I am very disappointed. I paid then went to the website only to find many errors. There were recipes with no instructions, descriptions of products w/o a recipe, and the most frustrating was pics of great products and a message saying 'recipe coming soon.' Coming soon? I've already paid for full access and 90% of the content is not there. I spelled this out because I want people to know what my experience was in detail. Also this experience is why I think charging a small fee for recipes with full step by step instructions is a better way to go. People can pick and choose exactly what they want. OK, I'll climb off my soap box now! Lol Again beautiful soap. I love all your creations and look forward to purchasing recipes from you. THANKS!
Thank you for explaining, Gwen. That is precisely what I would be afraid of. I don't have time for any extras to offer to members. I don't want to disappoint anyone or put more stress on myself. I am thinking of charging $5. I hope that is doable for people, again it is time-consuming, so I think it is fair.
Beautiful!
Thank you!
love your content!
I love that you’re being transparent about everything...I can’t wait to purchase some recipes!
Thank you...I didn't know if I should, but making $20 a day isn't worth it, so something has to change. This is my dream, so I want to make it work. Stay tuned for the recipes. I am working on that, but it will be slow going too. 💕✨
I personally appreciate your transparency. At the end of the day as nice as it may be to produce these videos for others to enjoy you have to make a living. I think some people expect everything for free but as a small artisan business owner you wouldn’t survive let alone thrive. I’d be happy to purchase some recipes.
Thank you, Aimee! I appreciate that. It's hard to mention, but I need to change something to make this work. I will work on the recipes. Please stay tuned! 😊💕
This is the most precise soap making I’ve ever seen
Checking in from 2023 here to say thank you for this! I've been struggling with layering effects because my trace is always too thick by the time I pour into mold. Layering it in the measuring cup is something I hadn't considered. I've learned a lot from your channel and just wanted to say thank you! Your work on these videos and openness to sharing are much appreciated!
Just getting started in soap making. Big fan of George's & of Elli's. Your video came up on my youtube algorithm. I cant believe how nice these bars came out! How in the world did you ever figure out how to get that pattern??? It looks exactly like ocean waves & the premixing of the colors makes great sense for a number of reasons. Definitely incorporating this technique in my notes. Thank you very much, well done!
I love the effect of this! soo pretty and such a simple change to a regular in-the-pot swirl to produce a very delicate effect.
As for the revenue issue, I don't see a problem with selling your recipes, if that is what you want to do. But I wonder if you have you considered perhaps using Patreon? I know that not everyone can afford it (I tend to swap my memberships around to at least give a little to the different people when I only have a limited budget to spare) but it might be another option (and its a little better than the RUclips membership because Patreon takes a far lower cut than RUclips, who takes around 30% from subs to their membership program). There are a number of options there that you could offer too - including your soap recipes, maybe being able to see your videos a day earlier than everyone else, Q and A sessions/videos, extra tutorials (either just for Patrons or again, simply earlier than others), being able to vote on new video ideas or make suggestions etc. Some people also add the names of their patrons (either all of them, or just the higher tiers, to the end of their videos as a thank you, and others set up a monthly chat (either on Discord or Google Hangouts or Skype, whatever is your chat program of choice).
It is an extra thing to do, but I know I'd be happy to spend a few bucks a month just to see the videos earlier and be able to help pick a video topic or have access to a list of recipes or hints and tips etc. And obviously, you could set up different tiers with different bonuses - maybe for 1 dollar a month, it's just early access to your regular videos and a basic soap recipe, $2 gets you early access and votes for new videos, while say $5 a month gets you the other stuff plus extra recipes, behind the scene videos, or whatnot. And some of my Patreons don't even do a flat fee per month, they base it on the number of videos produced a month - so if you have to slow down one month for whatever reason, then they won't feel put out about paying the full cost (though generally speaking, most Patrons I've seen have been more than understanding about real life interfering too). And it's also entirely up to you how much or little you offer - some people only offer early access or credits on the videos.
Anyway, if that's something that you'd be interested in doing, I know I would be more than happy to be your first patron - another thing that people can do for free, as well, is to click on a link to another of your videos after finishing the new one. That also helps to increase the chance of your videos ending up being recommended too. I'm going off to watch your confetti video now, for just that reason.
I would subscribe too. And because you are so knowledgable I would love to learn more tips on things like color mixing and scents, getting smooth bars, how to fix problems or really just anything.
You're an excellent teacher. With very clear explanations and instructions.
Agreed, I would happily support you on Patreon.
@JustAnotherBuckyLover These are great ideas! Thank you for your support! I love your comments, and I look forward to hearing from you each week. What I worry about with Patreon is that I won't be able to offer anything extra. I am pretty much at my limit as far as what I can do. That's why I thought a recipe would be good, instead of a membership. I didn't think about the soap makers who sell their soap in the UK. They can just change their recipes because of the expensive approval process. That wouldn't work for them. I'm still thinking, but I am working on getting some recipes ready.
I didn't know that clicking on another of my videos also helps the algorithm. Thank you for that! I appreciate you! 😊💕
I will keep that in mind! I will probably add tips and trick as well as recipes. Thank you, Andrea! 😊
Thank you, Amy! 💕 I just don't know if I have time to offer extras on Patreon. I am still working on a plan. Stay tuned! 😊
i admire your meticulous workflow and analytical mind so much!! i dont even make soap, but watch these videos for fun. yours stand out so much because its not just a beautiful soap bar (which it is btw, gorgeous!), its a mini life lesson! its super inspiring to see your entire process and your learning. keep up the good work!
Thank you so much for saying that! Maybe you'll try it one day!
Terri, I love love love your work. You’re brilliant and your soap making is phenomenal 💕
Follow your passion and the money will come. you're my go-to video girl. You have blessed me in so many ways. I even joined your Facebook group.. It just takes time... If the only reason for being on RUclips is to make money than you WILL fail.. SO PURSUE YOUR HAPPINESS AND THE MONEY WILL COME..
I would totally buy an e-book.
Gorgeous and I purchased the recipe. Thanks so much.
Another gorgeous soap! Reminiscent of the ocean....I love it! Thanks so much for sharing!
Thanks so much! 🌊💜💕
Amazing video Teri, thank you for these great tutorials. I will definitely support you and will buy your recipes. Thank you as well for the tips on how to help youtubers, will do 👍
I do appreciate it, Victoria! 😊💕
Beautiful! I love how you explain why you add certain ingredients and why you work with certain tools or in certain ways. I mixed the lye solution for my first soap in a pot that I placed in a bowl filled with ice cubes, and the sodium hydroxide had a hard time dissolving. The second time I made soap, I mixed without the ice bath, and so it dissolved easily and reached 60°C (possibly higher). Then I moved it into an ice bath till it was around 35°C and continued to the next step. That's it, I've only made two soap batches to date 😊 it was good that I first measured the oil and only then prepared the lye solution as a beginner, to feel more in control - when there's lye solution I am more alert and kind of anxious. Anyhow enough of my rambling! I appreciate your videos and you explanations, and your work is beautiful ♥
Thanks so much, Keren! Keep it up. You will learn so much and maybe try batch #3. 💜💦
I'm loving these videos. One of my 2020 goals is to actually start soaping, and the detail you give us in these videos is so helpful!! Thank you!! I can't say that I will ever be this detail-oriented and precise, but it is so helpful when it comes to learning the reasons behind every aspect of soaping.
absolutely understand. I am 70 Making a profit soaping is a challenge. Even with your awesome following. I do understand the time your quality videos take to make; I appreciate your expertise and hope you can continue to offer your video's you make such a valuable contribution.
I like this a lot! This is very pretty! You’re a great artist, your recipes and techniques are awesome, the colors you use are very beautiful.. and it’s amazing how you keep your work table neat. 🤗 Thanks for sharing what you do.
Thanks so much, Mizpah! 🤗💝
Hello Teri, I binge watched all of your videos! 😆 I am a fan!! I too have a art background and love your design and color choices for soap. Your use of the palette knife made me smile. Your soap inspires me and I am so glad you are so generous to put these videos out there. It would be awesome to be able to purchase recipes with these videos and help you feel like you can continue keeping these videos coming. I would totally support you and hope you decide to do that. Some of the topics I would like to see: 1) pine tar soap with a design. 2) goat milk soap. 3). Use of natural colors such as Alkanet root, Madder root, turmeric etc... (I am not sure if you use those types of colorants.) I look forward to your videos!
I just watched this video again after having made my first two-color soap. There's so much useful info that you explain that can get lost when you're a beginner and watch it one time. Like what you explained about powdered sugar, water discounting and oven processing, blending pigments, etc. Thank you for sharing this information so clearly. There's definitely a wealth of info in each of your videos. Worth watching more than once and taking notes, and watching again after getting more hands on experience.
Thank you for sharing your techniques and tips! I absolutely love your videos!! Also, thank you for sharing how we can show our support (so you can make $). I wasn’t aware that skipping ads and not commenting would negatively impact your ability to commercialize your videos. I’ll no longer skip your ads and will try to comment on most videos. Hoping I can play a small part in you getting the credit you deserve!
Feedback to your plan to sell your recipes: in all honesty, I rarely look at the comments/recipes to your videos, as I generally watch for your techniques and tips. I assume that my own recipes will work (and verbally they have). Perhaps I am the minority, though.
Thank you again! I have learned so much from you and hope that you can continue this season fantastic videos.
Beautiful! I'm mesmerized. Where did you get the soap cutter if you don't mind answering. I'm new at soapmaking. Thanks.
What are you mixing the colors with? doesn't whatever that is affect your soap recipe? It looks like oil. Love this video!
I think it’s a great idea to sell your recipes individually. That way people could buy one here or there that appeals to them. I have a RUclips channel too- and practically gave up doing it regularly as i made $100 one time. And hour and hours of work. And that was before they made it harder to earn an income!
You do such a great job soaping, and the videography. And you have a sweet relaxing voice.
Do it!!!!
What oil are you using to mix your mica powder colorants in? (Newbie to soap making and have a pretty big shopping cart from the same company waiting to hit send on.) Also, where do you get your Titanium Dioxide colorant? I have looked many places but after buying "oof" oils for my first two batches, I'm paranoid about shopping for soap supplies. I just want to make soap for my family. :)
This is a great video, my first from your channel and I did subscribe.
Getting close to retirement age and have been looking at woodwork, epoxy, and other things. Well, soapmaking I also find interesting as does my wife and we both enjoy essential oils sooo these things fall in line with each other to a degree --- thank you for this well-made video.
I will be checking out your website and if I do any soapmaking will also just select some of your recipes.